Hard Hat Lounge

"Perhaps best known for the mural on the wall allegedly painted by Frank Bowers in 1962 to pay off a bar tab, the Hard Hat Lounge is now under new ownership but continues to pump out game-day specials and industry nights. When late nights get hungry, the Stay Tuned Burgers residency inside makes some of the best smash burgers in town. Get it with tots." - Janna Karel

"Located inside the classic Hard Hat Lounge, Stay Tuned Burgers makes classic smash burgers with hand-ground patties slathered in sauce, house-made pickles, and diced onions. The result is a juicy burger with a crispy lacy crust, all sandwiched between two toasted buns. Order it to go or at the bar." - Janna Karel

"A renovated ‘60s-era bar with new floors and plumbing, now partnering with Stay Tuned Burgers to serve smash burgers from the bar’s kitchen." - Janna Karel

"The Hard Hat Lounge is temporarily closed for renovations, with plans to fix structural issues and plumbing. It will reopen with Bobby Meader, owner of Stay Tuned Burgers, running the kitchen." - Ryan Slattery

"The Hard Hat Lounge, a historic bar in Las Vegas, has recently come under new ownership by Robby Cunningham and Frank Sidoris. Known for its blue-collar vibes, the bar offers discounts for construction workers, good drinks, good music, a historic mural, and Guerrilla Pizza. The new owners are updating the bar to meet modern standards by clearing excessive cables, repairing plumbing, and improving lighting. They plan to make the space more versatile by removing pool tables and incorporating community events, while retaining its core attractions. The bar is open from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Sundays through Thursdays and 11 a.m. to 3 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays." - Janna Karel